Driver​/Social Service Attendant

Seattle White Center Corp, Salvation Army Seattle White Center, 9050 16th Ave S.W., Seattle, WA 98106, USA

STATUS: Regular Full-Time/Non-exempt

UNIT: Seattle White Center

As a Driver/Social Service Attendant
, you will support the Social Services Coordinator by completing a variety of daily tasks, including picking up donations, assisting in the food pantry, preparing food for program needs, and performing additional duties as assigned. This role is essential in helping us serve the wider community through the donations we receive.

• Monday – Friday, with the possibilities of evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Hours typically vary from 7 am – 3 pm

• A High School diploma or GED completion is required.
• Ability to read and write clearly in English
• A valid WA driver’s license is required.

• Must be 21 years old and legally authorized to work in the U.S.
• Must have a valid driver’s license from Washington State and the ability to pass TSA MVR check and in‑house driving test. Commercial driver’s license preferred with passenger endorsement.
• Must take and pass The Salvation Army’s Driver’s Training and Testing Program.
• Current Food Handler Permit, which can be earned after hire.
• Current First aid and CPR card, which can be earned after hire.
• Must be able to lift 50lbs, stand, or walk 80% of their shift.
• Ability to operate a pallet jack and other warehouse equipment.
• Ability to push or pull moving carts and racks that vary in weight up to 300 lbs.
• Food Safety knowledge and experience.
• Strong verbal and communication skills.
• Can work with people of various economic and cultural diversity.

• Drive daily to pick up and transport donations.
• Inventory food and assist with bringing food up for distribution.
• Know how to properly store perishable food according to food safety guidelines.
• Wear appropriate uniform/TSA logo wear gear.
• Maintain the Target inventory list and keep the donation area sorted and organized.
• Maintain mileage log as required by the accounting office.
• Maintain vehicles in a clean and sanitary fashion; fuel, wash, vacuum, and clean inside.
• Alert the Operations Manager of any needed repairs to vehicles.
• Drive for other programs when necessary or any additional tasks as assigned.
• Ensure the vehicle is locked and secured in the parking lot when finished.
• Break down and haul cardboard to the recycler as needed.
• Haul donations to thrift stores as needed.
• Keep trash and debris around the dock entrance and trash area clean.
• Assist the Social Services Coordinator in daily operations of the food pantry; may lead operations when the Coordinator is absent.
• Sweep and mop the food pantry and main hallway; mop up spills immediately.
• Keep the warehouse maintained at least once a week: sweep, mop, organize, and prevent pileups.
• Empty trash in the warehouse daily at the end of your shift.
• Communicate with stores and vendors to confirm pickup of food and supplies.
• Lift boxes and load/unload from the vehicle.
• Pickup around the grounds daily at the start of your shift.
• Operate a pallet jack to move pallets of food on and off transportation.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Understanding of and willingness to abide by The Salvation Army’s mission, philosophy, and practices.
• Ability to understand and comply with The Salvation Army policies and procedures.
• Detail‑oriented, self‑starter, and team player.
• Capacity to schedule work and complete tasks with minimal supervision.
• Flexible work habits; able to work with co‑workers, assist where needed, and supervise staff.
• Ability to communicate with clients in a positive and unbiased manner.
• Ability to de‑escalate or negotiate situations involving frustration, antagonism, anxiety, and non‑compliance.
• Cultural and social sensitivity to all people, frequent contact with diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced environment and maintain poise under pressure.
• Must complete and adhere to Protecting the Mission requirements, including passing a TSA background check.

• Microsoft Office:
  Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook.
• Data entry – ability to learn required skills to…